What really works (and doesn’t work) for IBS
If you are among the 60 million or so people (40 million of which are women) that suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), I’m sure you are frustrated beyond belief.
That’s because IBS is a mystery to much of the mainstream medical community, so their suggestions are of limited benefit.
Sure, you’ll get the tired old “avoid trigger foods” advice, but that’s worthless because many IBS attacks are not tied to any specific foods.
- Tags: Digestive Disorders, Digestive Health, IBS
Your #1 protection against early death and disease
I saw a recent Wall Street Journal article that mentioned how “new” research has begun to “unravel the mystery” of how an unhealthy gut microbiome caused by poor diet or lack of sleep can lead to disease.
I don’t mean to sound cynical, but where have they been?
6 Solutions for a sluggish stomach
- Tags: Digestive Health, Gastroparesis
Do you do this after using the toilet?
If I were to ask you how you use the toilet, you’d likely think I’m a bit strange.
OK, I’ll be more specific. Do you look at what’s in the bowl before you flush it away?
- Tags: Digestive Health
Having these symptoms is NOT normal!
When did it become normal, heck even expected, for people to suffer from digestive problems?
I see this in my practice ALL the time. I ask people, “How is your digestion?” and they say OK, but then go on to mention how they frequently have gas, bloating and heartburn, and at least occasional constipation.
Newsflash: THAT’S NOT NORMAL!
- Tags: Digestive Health
Got gas? Here’s how to sweeten the air
I just read an article about gas that was not even worth the paper it was written on. The author claimed the most common causes of gas are chewing gum, eating too fast, smoking, drinking carbonated beverages or wearing dentures that are too loose. Sorry, but I don’t think the intense stink coming out of many people’s backsides has anything to do with gum, soda, cigarettes or ill-fitting choppers. And as far as suggested...
- Tags: Digestive Health, Healthy Living